Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

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General Specifications

Rotational Torque Ranges

Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearing) 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 inch lbs.)
Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearing) 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 inch lbs.)
Driver handle 2.2 Nm (20 inch lbs.)
Initial minimum breakaway torque Traction-Lok (R) 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)

Clearance Specifications

Differential case maximum runout 0.076 mm (0.003 inch)
Pinion flange maximum radial runout in assembly 0.305 mm (0.012 inch T.I.R.)
RABS sensor air gap 0.127-1.143 mm (0.005-0.045 inch)